As we move into 2026, health-insurance coverage in the U.S. is set to shift in meaningful ways. Whether you buy your own plan on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace, are covered through an employer, or are on Medicare/Medicaid, these nine changes will affect premiums, subsidies, out-of-pocket costs, eligibility, and provider networks.
Knowing what’s ahead gives you a chance to act, not just react.
